Author: Robin Eveleigh

As the world continues to grapple with the numerous environmental challenges caused by widespread pollution and waste, several European startups are working on innovative solutions to reinvent difficult-to-recycle items.They are part of the 2023 cohort for Green Alley Award, an esteemed prize that recognizes Europe’s most outstanding circular startups that aim to shift to a… Continue reading The startups reinventing notoriously hard-to-recycle items

As the leaves fall and the days get shorter, it’s the perfect time to learn a new skill. And what better way to do that than by enrolling in one of the many free online courses available this autumn? From cooking up a storm with microbes and fungi to learning the science of happiness, there’s… Continue reading Five free online courses to upskill your autumn

Solar power is on the rise globally, and the UK government has set its sights on a fivefold increase in solar capacity by 2035. However, arrays on farmland may soon be banned, meaning floating solar could be the answer. Renewable energy firm Trinzic has launched a campaign calling on the UK government to support 30GW… Continue reading Floating solar panels: the future of clean energy?

New research from University College London suggests that dementia rates are set to double in England and Wales by 2024. Poor lifestyle choices have been identified as a key factor driving this sharp rise. Although promising strides towards defeating Alzheimer’s disease – the most common form of dementia – have recently been made, the old… Continue reading Six lifestyle choices that can slash your risk of developing dementia

Beans may hold the key to making our diets more sustainable and fighting climate change, according to research by academics at the University of Exeter. Swapping meat for plant-based foods like beans could trigger a “cascade of decarbonisation” capable of reducing deforestation, CO2 emissions and global malnutrition. With meat accounting for 60% of the planet’s… Continue reading Use your bean: how the tiny but mighty legume is having a moment

A survey has revealed that Europe’s youth are willing to make drastic lifestyle changes in the name of climate change. Conducted in seven European countries, the YouGov poll shows that 46% of respondents aged 18 to 24 back a ban on fossil fuel cars, compared to just 22% of respondents aged 65 and over. The… Continue reading What went right this week: the good news you should know about

The landscape of professional women’s sport has changed significantly in recent years, with record viewing figures and match-fee parity for England’s women cricketers. National sporting bodies, including the England and Wales Cricket Board, have taken steps to level up pay for male and female players. Meanwhile, the Women’s Sport Trust reports that the average viewer… Continue reading This was the summer that women’s sport hit the big time

In a week filled with environmental triumphs and health discoveries, it’s clear that good news is still out there. Here are the top headlines from this week: – Dogger Bank, which will eventually become the world’s largest offshore wind farm, generated electricity for the first time earlier this week. Though it won’t be completed until… Continue reading What went right this week: the good news you should know about

As climate change continues to dominate headlines, more and more people are experiencing eco-anxiety. But how can you ensure these emotions don’t become overwhelming? Ahead of World Mental Health Day, Positive News has curated a list of eight tips for building resilience in the face of this existential threat. First, it’s important to recognise that… Continue reading 8 ways to stay sane in the climate crisis

As the world grows more interested in self-care, it’s important to recognize what truly bolsters our mental health. With World Mental Health Day approaching, we decided to ask experts what they thought was most beneficial for mental health. Below are their top tips. 1. Move: it’s a mental health super booster Your mind as well… Continue reading Beyond the bubble bath: 10 meaningful habits to support your mental health